Ideas for Your Home

Posts Tagged ‘Opening’

Los Angeles, California (PRWEB) January 17, 2012

LA Furniture Store has just established a new distribution warehouse in the city of Miami. To commemorate its latest move, the company is offering time-limited LA Furniture coupons for 10 percent off all orders above $ 999 USD. Shipping within a 25-mile radius of Miami is also available to ensure adequate product access by southeastern customers. The warehouse is not open to public but you would be able to get your favorite furniture quicker.

LA Furniture Store is a unique modern furniture store that features one-of-a-kind contemporary furnishings for every room inside or outside a home. Its vast inventories include something to suit every taste, preference, d

Poolesville, MD (PRWEB) September 13, 2010

Kettler Forlines Homes, (http://www.kettlerforlineshomes.com) a Montgomery Village, MD-based homebuilding company with a 30+ year track record of industry excellence and awards, has opened the Montgomery model home and design center for Brightwell Crossing (http://www.brightwellcrossing.com). Located in the historic Town of Poolesville, Brightwell Crossing is the newest residential living community in a nationally-recognized school district in Western Montgomery County, just outside of Washington, DC.

“With construction underway and new residents set to move in by the end of the year, the feedback we’re hearing about the many customizable space and design options available for new home buyers is overwhelmingly positive,” said Richard Kettler, owner of Kettler Forlines Homes. “People are especially drawn to the comfortable and functional living options that have become priorities for homebuyers in recent years.”

With the model home located at 17919 Elgin Rd. in Poolesville, Brightwell Crossing lot sizes range from one-third to one acre and home prices start in the $ 500,000s. Seven new home designs are available to choose from, ranging from 2,450 to 4,200 square feet. The most popular features include the open, “heart of the first floor” kitchen/family room/sunroom area; home offices for telecommuters; a second-floor laundry room; walk-in closets; large kitchen and butler’s pantries; an abundance of natural light and bay windows with views of nearby Sugarloaf Mountain; 20-percent larger garages than standard; stone-detailed porches; and decorative backyard rain barrels to collect storm water runoff for watering lawns and plants.

“We’ve worked with industry-leading architects and design professionals to incorporate fresh, market-driven ideas into Brightwell Crossing,” said Tom Kettler, president of Kettler Forlines Homes at Brightwell Crossing and a long-time Poolesville resident. “Classic yet progressive homes are being built in Western Montgomery County’s most charming town, which proudly boasts a first-rate school system, making it an ideal setting for any family.”

Homes in the Brightwell Crossing community will all be ENERGY STAR

Lexington, SC (PRWEB) December 29, 2011

Dr. Angela and Andrew Schweiger have announced the opening of South Lake Family Dental in Lexington, South Carolina. Bolstered by the success of their dental practice in Northeast Columbia, the husband-and-wife team now bring their philosophy of providing the best possible patient experience to the new location. The family dental practice is currently accepting appointments for new patients individuals or entire families can call and schedule an appointment with the Lexington, SC dentist.

Were excited to bring our personalized, comfortable and meticulous dental care to Lexington, said Dr. Angela Schweiger. Our first practice, Rice Creek Family Dentistry, in Northeast Columbia, has grown quickly people truly appreciate the services we offer. This rapid growth has allowed us to open our second South Carolina location, where weve carefully selected a team of dental professionals dedicated to providing top notch patient care.

South Lake Family Dental will hold a grand opening event on January 14th from 11:00-3:00pm. Attendees will be able to tour the new office and meet the South Lake Family Dental team while enjoying free food and drink. There will also be fun activities for kids, and free gifts for all attendees. Families may schedule appointments during this event if they wish.

About Dr. Angela and Andrew Schweiger

In 2009 Dr. Angela and Andrew Schweiger opened Rice Creek Family Dentistry in Northeast Columbia, SC, bringing their family oriented, prevention-based dental care to the area. The success and enthusiastic response of their patients at Rice Creek Family Dentistry led them to open South Lake Family Dental in Lexington, SC. Both practices deliver professional, comfortable dental care to adults and children in a friendly, welcoming environment.

Schweiger Family Practices give patients the tools, education and treatment necessary to maintain a healthy mouth. The patient experience is of the utmost importance the practices are designed and decorated to feel like a home rather than a dental office.

For more information, please visit http://www.SouthLakeDMD.com

Contact:

Andrew Schweiger

803-520-5580

Andrew(at)RiceCreekDMD(dot)com

###

Boca Raton, FL (PRWEB) January 17, 2012

Vycor Medical, Inc. (OTCBB:VYCO) (Vycor) today announced that its ViewSite Brain Access System (VBAS) has received clearance from the State Food and Drug Administration (SFDA) in the Peoples Republic of China (PRC) to be imported and marketed in the PRC. This follows the issue of its patent in China for VBAS in 2011.

Kenneth Coviello, the Chief Executive of Vycor, commented: We are delighted to have achieved this important milestone in Vycors development. VBAS has received outstanding reviews from surgeons in the United States where it continues to gain traction with hospitals and neurosurgeons. We believe that the Chinese medical device market has tremendous potential for Vycor and are excited to begin working with healthcare professionals in China and look forward to the expansion of VBAS in the region.

Underlining the importance of this milestone, Vycor has received an opening order for the Chinese market with a value of $ 170,000, which it shipped prior to the end of December 2011.

For more information about how VBAS works, or to read testimonials, please visit http://www.vycormedical.com

About Vycor Medical, Inc.

With corporate headquarters in Boca Raton, FL, Vycor Medical, Inc. (VYCO.BB) is a medical device company committed to making neurological brain, spinal and other surgical procedures safer and more effective. The companys flagship, Patent Pending ViewSite Surgical Access Systems represent an exciting new minimally invasive access and retraction system that holds the potential for speedier, safer and more economical brain, spinal and other surgeries and a quicker patient discharge. Vycors innovative medical instruments are designed to optimize neurosurgical site access, reduce patient risk, accelerate recovery, and add tangible value to the professional medical community. Vycor is ISO 13485:2003 compliant, has FDA 510(K) clearance for brain and spine surgeries, and CE Marking and HPB licensing in Canada.

Vycor Medicals subsidiary NovaVision, Inc. researches, develops and provides science-driven light-based neurostimulation therapy and other medical technologies that help restore sight to patients with neurological vision impairments. The companys proprietary, Visual Restoration Therapy (VRT) platform is clinically supported to improve lost vision resulting from stroke, brain cancer, traumatic brain injury (TBI), or other acquired brain injury, and has been cleared to be marketed in the US by the FDA. VRT can be prescribed by any ophthalmologist, optometrist, neurologist or physiatrist. NovaVision also provides a device that aids in the early identification of visual field deficits: the Head Mounted Perimeter (HMPTM) – a portable and ADA-compliant instrument to aid in the detection and measurement of visual field deficits even in bed-ridden patients.

For the latest information on the company, including media and other coverage, and to learn more, please go online at http://www.vycormedical.com or http://www.novavision.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

Information in this document constitute forward-looking statements or statements which may be deemed or construed to be forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. The words “forecast”, “anticipate”, “estimate”, “project”, “intend”, “expect”, “should”, “believe”, and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve, and are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which could cause Vycor Medical’s actual results, performance (financial or operating) or achievements to differ from the future results, performance (financial or operating) or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. The risks, uncertainties and other factors are more fully discussed in Vycor Medicals filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All forward-looking statements attributable to Vycor Medical herein are expressly qualified in their entirety by the above-mentioned cautionary statement. Vycor Medical disclaims any obligation to update forward-looking statements contained in this estimate, except as may be required by law.

###

Houston, Texas (PRWEB) January 03, 2012

Affordable Dentures announces the opening of a new dental practice in Friendswood, Texas, its 12th location in the state and fourth serving the Houston area. The practice is located at 19012 Gulf Freeway, Suite A, and provides dentures and related denture and tooth extraction services.

Jeanine Eaton, DDS, is a general dentist and the practice owner of this Friendswood location. She is a graduate of University of Iowa College of Dentistry. Dr. Eaton and her staff will provide denture-related care to patients from southeast Houston, Pasadena, La Porte, Galveston, Pearland and many other communities in the surrounding area. The Friendswood office is located on the Gulf Freeway (I-45) in the Baybrook Terrace Shopping Center, adjacent to Baybrook Mall.

Dr. Eaton’s office has a dedicated, on-site dental lab to make new dentures and provide repairs and relines, often with same-day service. Being able to provide dentures in a day is a significant advantage, especially for patients who have traveled far distances. The on-site lab also eliminates the need to use outside commercial labs, which helps keep costs low and lets us pass the savings on to patients.

For more information, or to make an appointment, patients may call (281) 280-0064 or 1-800-DENTURE (1-800-336-8873). Patients may also be seen on a walk-in basis. The Friendswood practice opens at 8 a.m. each day, Monday through Friday, to serve patients.

About Affordable Dentures

Affordable Dentures was founded in 1975 and today is the largest denture-services provider in the U.S. with 175 offices in 37 states and Puerto Rico. More than five million patients have received services from its affiliated practices.

Affordable Dentures practices provide dentures, partial dentures, tooth extractions and mini dental implants that not only improve smiles, but more importantly, improve lives. Each practice is individually owned by a licensed, general dentist to provide quality, affordable dentures crafted to each patients treatment needs, delivered with the highest levels of professionalism and caring. Every affiliated practice has its own on-site denture lab, offering convenience and value to patients.

For more information about Affordable Dentures affiliated practices and services, please visit http://www.affordabledentures.com. To learn more about careers at Affordable Dentures, visit http://www.affordabledentures.com/careers.

###

Vista, CA (PRWEB) December 29, 2011

World Buyers Wholesale Gifts & Home Decor is pleased to announce the opening of their new Showroom at the California Market Center (CMC) in Los Angeles California. Located at 110 E 9th Street at Main Street, on the 12 floor in showroom C1201. The addition of this showroom completes four venues in the industrys largest and most popular settings. Debuting with the Cal Mart’s January 2012 Gift & Home Show from the 17th thru the 23rd, World Buyers will be showcasing their new product lines for the 2012 buying season.

New and expanded lines now include more home decor selections in many popular categories. New additions include large wall mirrors and clocks, wall art, jeweled photo frames and ceramics to name a few. Buyers and merchandisers can now select from larger decor pieces like tables, room screens and display shelving. Of course, popular lines like butterfly garlands, paperweights, fashion, candles, lanterns, ethnic items remain with best sellers and new options.

World Buyers Wholesale Gifts has had a presence at the L.A. Mart in Los Angeles California for sixteen years. The showroom houses its complete line of over 50 categories and year after year remains increasingly popular with not only gift and home decor buyers, but also with interior designers, event planners and merchandisers.

Both venues offer convenient parking and are located just blocks from the Staples Center offering dining, shopping, events and popular hotels making a stay during show seasons fun and relaxing. Shuttles drive buyers to and from Cal Mart and LA Mart for ultimate buying convenience.

Serving buyers in the southern and eastern part of the country and including many international buyers, is their showroom in Atlanta Georgia located at 240 Peachtree Street NW, Building 2, Suite 1027C. World Buyers has had a presence at this large complex going on six years. In the heart of downtown Atlanta and also conveniently located among fine restaurants, shopping and hotels.

Yet another showroom is housed at the Anne McGilvray Showrooms in Dallas Texas. Located at the Anne McGilvray Showplace, 2332 Valdina Street in Dallas. The McGilvary Showrooms also provide shuttles to other area venues during seasonal show dates.

World Buyers showrooms continue their popularity among buyers of wholesale gifts due to their eclectic wholesale gifts selections from traditional, kitsch, contemporary and vintage. Additionally fashion accessories like jewelry, scarves, handbags and hats are favorite sellers for retail consumers. “We’re very excited about the addition of the California Market Center Showroom. Especially since the January show will b the first preview of hundreds of new products.”

World Buyers also has several thousand products online at http://www.worldbuyers.com. Eligible wholesale buyers can easily register to gain access to purchase online. Simply follow the instructions on their registration page and approval is ususally within 24 hours.

###

Waco, TX (PRWEB) January 12, 2012

Fine craft items handmade by the the craftsmen at Homestead Heritage are now available for purchase in their new online store. Browse through the pages at HeritageFineCrafts.com to view a selection of dozens of unique, one-of-a-kind items. Categories include:

Baskets

Brooms

Home Decor

Leatherwork

Natural Soap & Lotions

Pottery

Sewing

Walking Sticks

Weaving

Woodworking

Wrought Iron

The craftsmen at Homestead Heritage have been producing a wide variety of heirloom quality, unique items for over 20 years. In the new online store, shoppers will find a collection of some of their most popular shippable products. Each item is made one at a time by hand using natural materials and fibers. The craftsmen carefully fashion each piece, using predominately hand tools and time-tested methods of construction. This combination results in unique, high quality items, many of which are truly one of a kind. The store selection is expected to expand regularly.

Features include a variety of hand-forged pieces from Heritage Forge Blacksmith Shop including copper/brass/stainless colonial serving utensils as well as wrought iron lamps, quilt racks and fireplace tools. Also featured are hand-thrown stoneware selections from the Potter’s House in two of their most popular custom glaze patterns – Desert Tones and Homestead Green.

Proceeds from sales go to support the Ploughshare Institute of Sustainable Culture, a non-profit organization whose goal is to train students in skills necessary for sustainable living. The student’s work is occasionally available in the showroom.

When in central Texas, visit the Homestead Heritage Craft Village where all of these goods and more can be seen at The Barn Gift Shop, open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Visitors can also tour the working shops of the village – The Potter’s House, Heritage Forge Blacksmith Shop, Heritage Furniture and Heritage Fiber Crafts as well as the campus of Ploughshare Institute of Sustainable Culture.

# # #

Mill Valley, CA (PRWEB) November 16, 2010

NanaWall Systems, the leader in large opening glass walls, announces the introduction of its newest product: NanaGlass SL25. NanaGlass SL25 has evolved from the European concept of balcony glazing and provides developers and builders advanced architectural technology for energy-efficiency and expanded living spaces.

Visit NanaWall Systems at GreenBuild 2010 i n Chicago at booth #1088 November 17-19.

The NanaGlass SL25 is a frameless opening glass wall system installed on the exterior of balconies, patios, and under second-story decks to create a pleasant living area sheltered from the elements. With no vertical stiles, the NanaGlass system provides uninterrupted views and natural light while forming an insulating air pocket over the building facade. The NanaGlass panels easily slide wide open and stack to one or both sides for natural ventilation on a beautiful day or quickly close to protect the balcony, deck or patio from wind, rain, pests, and birds. The NanaGlass individual sliding panels are top-supported in a single track and can ride a fixed balcony railing or extend all the way to the floor. The NanaGlass is available in custom sizes and configurations. Each individual panel can be a maximum of 2 feet 7 inches wide by 9 feet 10 inches tall in 3/8 inch or 1/2 inch glass.

NanaGlass technology takes standard balcony glazing to new levels. Far more then just a wind barrier, the modern European-style NanaGlass SL25 not only upgrades the appearance of existing building facades but significantly improves energy efficiency and reduces carbon emissions. Apartment and condo owners faced with mandatory building energy upgrades gain immediate benefits from the installation of NanaGlass.

NanaWall Systems is proud to offer a clean, efficient solution for creating year-round living space for entertaining and connecting with the outdoors. With the NanaGlass SL25, building owners can reduce long-term maintenance costs and provide more rentable square footage from underused space, said Ebrahim Nana, president of NanaWall Systems. In addition, our NanaGlass technical team provides custom-designed solutions for retrofits, new buildings and LEED projects.

The NanaGlass SL25 1/2 inch glass panels are engineered to withstand wind loads up to 80 stories in 90 mile-per-hour wind zones. A NanaGlass system installed on a high-rise balcony transforms unusable windy space into a pleasant year-round entertaining area and adds immediate collateral value to the unit.

First introduced in Europe as balcony glazing and later for decks and sunrooms, the NanaGlass SL25 is mature technology, stringently tested in controlled factory laboratories and field tested with more than half a million panels installed worldwide.

Additional features include:

o

Washington, DC (PRWEB) November 29, 2011

Pork Barrel BBQ is pleased to announce it has fired up its smoker and will open the first Pork Barrel BBQ Restaurant to guests tonight for dinner between 5:00pm and 10:00pm. Pork Barrel BBQ co-founders Heath Hall and Brett Thompson partnered with veteran restaurateurs Mango Mike Anderson and Bill Blackburn in 2009 with the goal of turning their dreams of creating a gathering place for the community centered around their national award winning barbecue into a reality.

The attention to detail and quality is ever present in the new restaurant. The owners literally have their hands in every detail from the hand-laid rock walls and columns to the one-of-a-kind beer tower constructed from sprinkler pipe by Blackburn himself. As for the barbecue, Hall and Thompson have climbed to the top of the professional competition barbecue circuit and racked up numerous awards for their que and sauces since the restaurant groundbreaking ceremony in October 2009. Pork Barrel BBQ has earned a reputation for their consistency in producing high quality barbecue and side dishes alongside some of the worlds top pitmasters in the competition barbecue community.

We are thrilled to be firing up the smoker and opening Pork Barrel BBQs doors to customers today, said Hall. Barbecue is more than just the food. In many ways it is the story of America with each region adding its flavor to the melting pot. Its about community and fellowship. We want Pork Barrel BBQ Restaurant to be a gathering place for this neighborhood and the entire Washington, DC community.

Pork Barrel BBQ takes great pride in serving quality barbecue that will please barbecue lovers from the Carolinas to Memphis and Texas to Kansas City. All meats are seasoned with Pork Barrel BBQs award winning All-American Spice Rub and slow smoked over oak and hickory.

The menu includes Pork Barrel BBQs take on traditional barbecue meats and side dishes. Customers can order ribs, brisket, pulled pork, chicken and sausage as a sandwich, platter or by the pound. Side dishes include BBQ baked beans, cole slaw, mac and cheese, smoked Ratatouille, collard greens, Texas caviar, potato salad and corn pudding.

Thompson and Hall are barbecue innovators who are, as Washington Post reporter Jim Shahin noted, on the brink of a new era. Since starting Pork Barrel BBQ in 2009, theyve become the most recognizable winning entrepreneurs from ABCs hit reality show Shark Tank, been featured on numerous television and radio shows, where they share their BBQ tips with the everyday backyard barbecuer, launched the worlds first barbecue-scented fragrance called Que cologne, started BBQ Backyard, a social media site and forum for the barbecue enthusiast, and are selling their award-winning sauces and spice rub in over 1,500 grocery stores across the nation. The Pork Barrel BBQ Competition Barbecue Team, led by pitmasters Hall and Thompson, has accumulated numerous notable awards including trophies for winning Grand Champion at the Safeway National Capital Barbecue Battle, becoming the Perdue National Chicken Champion, and having been named the nations best BBQ sauce and one of the 125 Best Foods for Men by Men’s Heath Magazine.

For more information about the Pork Barrel BBQ Restaurant, visit http://www.porkbarrelbbq.com and read about their latest updates and adventures on Facebook, Twitter (@porkbarrelbbq) and the companys blog.

About Pork Barrel BBQ

Pork Barrel BBQ was founded in December 2008 during the peak of the economic crisis to prove that a company not owned or operated by the federal government could succeed, and that if you had a good idea, it was still possible to grab a piece of the American Dream. Pork Barrel BBQ founders, Heath Hall and Brett Thompson, ran the company out of the basement of their houses, selling their award winning BBQ products one bottle at a time. In less than one year, their Pork Barrel BBQ Sauces and Spice Rub were carried in over 1,000 stores in 40 states. Throughout their journey, they have stayed true to their mission to unite the nation through the great tradition of BBQ, and bring bipartisan flavor to your next meal. The Pork Barrel BBQ Competition BBQ Team entered its first contest, The Safeway National Capital Barbecue Battle, in June 2009, and walked away with two trophies Second Place in the Nations Best BBQ Sauce Contest and Fourth Place for their pulled pork in the Memphis In May portion of the contest. Since then, the team has won multiple awards, including the 2011 Perdue National Chicken Championship, the Safeway National Capital Barbecue Battle in 2011, the Chinet Peoples Choice award for best BBQ sauce in 2010 and other notable Memphis in May and Kansas City Barbecue Society BBQ competition accolades as well as having their Pork Barrel BBQ Original BBQ Sauce named Best Sauce in America and one of The 125 Best Foods for Men by Mens Health Magazine in November 2010. For more information, visit http://www.PorkBarrelBBQ.com or follow Pork Barrel BBQ on Facebook and Twitter (@porkbarrelbbq).

###

Libertyville, IL (PRWEB) November 15, 2011

The wait is finally over! On Saturday, Nov. 19, Sarah Susanka, acclaimed architect and author of the best-selling “Not So Big House” series, along with SchoolStreet Homes will host the public grand opening of her Not So Big Showhouse at 138 School Street in Libertyville, Ill. The Not So Big Showhouse at SchoolStreet is Susankas three-dimensional thesis on what homebuyers are looking for in the new market reality.

The Showhouse and SchoolStreet Homes development are solitary bright spots in the nations dismal housing industry. With this Showhouse, Susanka raises the bar for the future of residential design. The space is perfectly tailored to human scale and features all the elements todays home buyers desire: smart design that lives large in less space without sacrificing beauty or comfort; a wide range of energy efficient features; multiple rooms and spaces that do double duty; and, a modifiable floor plan that lets homeowners age in place.

In todays market, the Not So Big principles offer a new vision for the home of the future not too big and not too small, but just right for this more budget-conscious era, said Susanka. This Showhouse brings to life all the elements presented in my books like never before. By pairing my build better, not bigger approach with SchoolStreets innovative urban infill model and the vibrant Libertyville community, were creating a lifestyle experience that is far greater than the sum of its parts.

Not So Big Design for Today and the Future

The opening of Susankas Showhouse comes at a critical moment for housing. For the second straight year, the average size of a single family home has decreased from 2,438 square feet in 2009 to 2,392 square feet in 2010 (1). Yet smaller houses alone do not meet homebuyers demands Americans are seeking houses specifically designed for their more informal lifestyles, filled with detail, character and energy efficient features.

The struggles in todays market demand a new approach and Sarah has really knocked it out of the park with this Showhouse design. She is a true visionary when it comes to understanding what home buyers are looking for, stated John McLinden, developer, SchoolStreet Homes. Were already receiving an incredible response and the Showhouse isnt even open for tours yet. We cant wait for the public to experience this amazing home.

Living Spaces Designed for Todays Lifestyles

The Showhouse epitomizes the Not So Big hallmarks of quality and character, comfort and beauty, energy efficiency and sustainability. Visitors will discover how unused formal rooms can be replaced by spaces that do double duty to create a home that feels spacious in less square footage.

Smart Design: In this homes innovative layout, the kitchen is located at the front of the house, connected to the front porch. In most houses, this is where the formal living room is placed. Since most formal living rooms are rarely if ever used, this keeps the porch out of sight and so also out of mind. According to Susanka, Most people spend the majority of their time at home in the kitchen and informal eating area. Connecting these key spaces to the front porch encourages the homeowners to use the porch more often, which in turn helps create the sense of community that is so desirable in a Front Porch Revival community like SchoolStreet.

Spaces That Do Double Duty: There are three areas in the Showhouse that illustrate how spaces can do double duty: the library alcove, the away room and the upstairs laundry room.

Library alcove converts to formal dining area. On the few occasions where a formal dining space is needed, the library alcove transforms simply by relocating the table from the informal eating area to this room. If necessary, the table can also extend into the living room to accommodate larger gatherings.

Away room accommodates four functions in one compact space. The away room is primarily designed as an in-home office and kids gaming room, but also converts easily into a guest bedroom. It features a wall unit that shifts from sofa to queen-sized bed in one smooth move, offering the unique ability to make room for guests without the need for stashing excess furniture. The room can also become a full-time main level bedroom should it be necessary for the homeowners to live on one level as they age.

Laundry room triples as hobby room and additional in-home office. Susanka conveniently located the laundry room upstairs to make it easily accessible from the upstairs bedrooms. The space offers ample counter and storage space for desk work, hobbies and crafts, creating a place where parents can work while kids play. Its designed to be an all-purpose space where its okay to make a mess.

Aging in Place: One of the primary objectives of the Showhouse is to allow homeowners to stay in the home even as their needs change. Its floor plan has been designed to adapt easily should mobility become an issue. If one-level living becomes a necessity, the away room offers the option to double as a main level bedroom. The mud room, which is located across the hall from the away room, features a full bath and can be modified to create additional closet space for more main level clothing storage. The house is also designed to accommodate a ramp from the alley to the back door that can be added if necessary. The relatively flat terrain of SchoolStreet, combined with its proximity to Libertyvilles main street makes it an ideal location for homeowners to stay put as they age.

Energy Efficiency: The Showhouse has been designed and certified to meet the more stringent standards of Energy Star 3.0, which the EPA has scheduled to go into effect by the middle of next year. To meet these advanced standards and provide lasting comfort and durability, the home employs a number of efficiency features rarely found in homes today. It is fully insulated with a spray foam air barrier system that not only seals walls, floors and ceiling cavities, but also the spaces around electrical outlets and light fixtures. The home has also undergone a state-of-the-art air duct sealing process which guarantees even air distribution throughout the entire home to attain maximum comfort and superior indoor air quality. It features a heat recovery ventilation system, as well as furnace and air conditioning units that exceed current efficiency standards, and is pre-wired for the addition of photovoltaic solar panels and other renewable energy generation.

Thoughtful Design Touches: Visitors will marvel at the simple, yet thoughtful elements present throughout the Showhouse that profoundly improve the homes comfort and character. In the bathroom, a cleverly concealed drawer provides access to extra toilet paper within reach of the toilet. Windows positioned at the top of the central stairwell let natural light pool down from above, creating a bright and airy feeling in the main living space. The windows can also be opened to provide a natural passive cooling system, drawing hot air out of the house like a chimney. Susanka also added small, glass block windows in the corners of the away room and upstairs laundry room, to provide the homeowners with a clear view of the front and rear of the house.

Visit the Showhouse on Nov. 19

The Showhouse Grand Opening event with tours and the opportunity to meet Susanka will be held at the Showhouse on Nov. 19 from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m. Following the grand opening, the Showhouse will be open for public tours on weekends for six months.

Ive spent the past twelve years writing about Not So Big House design. Now its time for the live demo. For years, Ive wanted to give my fans the opportunity to experience all these design principles first hand, continued Susanka. By keeping the Showhouse open to the public for six months, people will be able to k